The New Year is here! The housing market is hot right now. What we saw was all the motivated buyers purchase what little inventory there was at the end of November into December, leaving the homes that are priced above the market. So inventory is now drastically low, and we haven’t seen any homes come on the market. So if you are thinking about selling, now is an ideal time. Many sellers want to wait till the spring market, why wait? If everyone is waiting till spring to sell then there will be more competition. Right? Sell now when you have little to no competition and the buyers are out looking. This will net you more money!Also, we start hosting our Free educational Home Selling Seminars this month at various locations . Remember there is no cost or obligation. So if you’re thinking about selling now or in the future come out to one of our upcoming Home Selling Seminars where we teach you how to plan to net the most money when you sell your home.Stay tuned into our Home and Garden Facebook- HGFB page! If you love HGTV, then you will love this page! We have began another "Diary of a Flip" progression at a home in Bensalem! We also share tips on home and garden decor, what looks are best for selling, as well as informational videos on decorating and home improvement projects that offer the best return on investment. Visit our page here: HGFB Home Decor TipsThe Swain Team Facebook page has homes that are Coming Soon! to the market as well as other interesting Real Estate news!

The holidays are here. But that doesn’t mean the real estate market has slowed down. We still have low inventory. Despite what most people believe, The housing market doesn’t come to a standstill during the holidays. Buyers shopping for homes during this time are more motivated. When a home is priced in line with the market it is getting a good number of showings. So if you thinking about putting your home on the market, now is a still a good time.So the question remains do you decorate while your home is on the market?Decorating your house will allow you and your family to celebrate the season while also offering any potential buyers a festive experience, and helping them to envision how the home will look dressed up for any occasion. Many experts feel “Houses show better when decorated for the holidays.”When decorating remember to:

Stick to neutral colors and decorations that complement your current décor

Keep it simple – decorations could give your home a cluttered appearance, and pose as safety or tripping hazards

7 Reasons to List During the Holidays

​We are starting to see a the market quiet down do to the holidays. Yet, inventory is still low and there are buyers still looking! The market is different in each municipality and in each price range. Of course starter homes are the hottest along with 55+ housing right now. With all this being said there is another shift happening. Sellers who want to price above the market, even as little as $10,000 above the market are hurting themselves. You want to price the home within 3% of the market to generate the correct demand and offers! Buyers aren’t looking at homes priced above the market. You may get a few initial showings, then activity dies off quickly. Make your market adjustment quickly before the home sits on the market and you end up accepting less simply because the home sat. Buyers know the market well because they have been online looks at homes often 2-5 months before they start physically looking at homes. If you are thinking about buying, interest rates are starting to creep up. Now is a great time. Make sure you hire an agent that works for you. Expert agents are three to consult with you every step pf the way. An agent’s job goes beyond showing houses. Your agent should be analyzing y our mortgage costs as well. We just saved a buyer $8000 in closing costs. Yes you heard me right $8000 in closing costs. So make sure you are protected when you purchase with an experienced, expert Realtor. If you are thinking about buying or selling, Christina would be happy to sit down with you for a free consultation.

Thanksgiving FREE Pie Giveaway

​Looking for a completely remodeled home with character and charm in Neshaminy School District? Look no further! Walk up the hardscaped paver walkway and take notice of the lush landscaping and curb appeal. Step inside the home to the foyer and you will see architectural curves and angles, high ceilings, built in shelves and detailed mill work. Natural light floods the living room through the floor to ceiling windows highlighting the gleaming hardwood floors. Just imagine relaxing on a fall evening by the propane fireplace with a cup of tea. The hardwood floors extend into the dining room which is ideal for a holiday dinner. The remodeled kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, beautiful cabinetry with automatic closing drawers, a pantry, and an island with storage and bar seating. Just off the kitchen is the laundry room and remodeled half bath with ceramic tile, pedestal sink. As you walk up the steps take notice to the custom railing. Laminate wood flooring extends throughout the upstairs hallway and bedrooms. The main bedroom offers a cozy window seat. The remodeled full bathroom is spacious offering a newer vanity, newer fixtures, and ceramic tile. Don't miss the walk-up attic or the unfinished walk out basement. The rear yard features a huge hardscaped patio ideal for entertaining. Just imagine yourself relaxing with a glass of wine as you look out at the beautiful landscaped garden or entertaining friends for a summer BBQ. The home also features a newer roof, newer upgraded electric (200amp), newer central air (2016), and newer heater. All this for just $2,571 in taxes a year!

Welcome to 1019 Avenue C in Langhorne, PA!

Coming Soon!...November 2, 2018! To learn more about this home or to schedule a tour in advance, call 215-757-7257 or email us at: TheSwainTeam@gmail.com.

Bright & Airy Open Floor Plan! This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath ranch is sure to please! Step inside to the living room with hardwood floors throughout the main floor. The living room is accented by a bow window overlooking the front yard. The kitchen has been completely remodeled for the chef in the family. The kitchen features a Stainless steel gas stove, granite counters, and newer cabinets. The full bathroom has been updated with a pedestal sink and newer fixtures. Three bedrooms complete the first floor. Basement and attic provide ample storage. Basement could easily be finished and has a half bathroom. The home also features a fenced rear yard, 1 car garage, newer roof (2014), newer central air (2014), newer hot water heater (2018).

Please Note: Home is having finishing touches added, such as: Six Panels Doors being installed and some door trim being replaced. ​

2968 Carnation Avenue, Willow Grove, Pa 19090

]]>Fri, 12 Oct 2018 17:52:20 GMThttp://www.swainsells.com/blog/should-i-buy-now-or-wait-until-next-yearShould I Buy Now or Wait Until Next Year?

You may be on the fence about purchasing for a number of reasons. Sometimes people just want to wait until the spring because they think there will be more homes to choose from. There may be, yet I guarantee there will be more buyers out then. So more competition to drive prices up. Let's do a comparison:Interest rates are now around 4.65%; this time next year they are projected to be around 5.2%. A home that costs $250,000 will escalate in price to $262,750. And of course your mortgage payment will increase from $1,289.09 to $1,442.79.So if you are thinking about buying, contact us today. We can sit down with you and conduct a needs analysis, review your numbers, as well as the process, so that you are comfortable. ​

Should I Buy Now or Wait Until Next Year?

​Interest rates rose a quarter percent again at the Fed’s September 26th meeting. This is the eighth such interest rate hike since late September 2016. The Fed also indicated that more interest rates would be forthcoming. According to the latest US economics data from Capital Economics, rising interest rates are expected to slow consumption and investment growth in remaining 2018 and 2019. Capital Economics also anticipates more rate hikes in 2018 and two more in 2019.

So what does this mean for our local market? Buyers are still out in full force. Despite seller's thinking that now is a bad time to sell because of the season. Buyers are out there because we still have low inventory in our area. So if you are thinking about selling now is an ideal time. Competition is extremely low and there are plenty of buyers. The combination of both equals a high demand! More demand equals a higher sales price. Consider selling before the market changes.

If you are buyer, consider purchasing now before interest rates rise again. A small change in interest rates can drastically affect your monthly payment. I can sit down with you and review the numbers as well as conduct a needs analysis to help you determine the best criteria for your home search. So you are prepared and educated to purchase when the time comes.